Several rule changes are set to impact daily life and finances for households across the country from December 1

These updates aim to improve transparency, fairness, and financial management. Here's what to expect

Gas cylinder price: Monthly revisions to LPG cylinder prices by oil marketing companies could see changes in domestic rates

These adjustments will depend on international market trends and policies, potentially affecting household budgets

Credit card changes: Banks are introducing changes in credit card fees and reward structures

SBI will discontinue reward points on gaming-related transactions for several credit cards, while other institutions like Axis Bank will impose fees on reward redemptions

TRAI's new regulation: To counter spam and phishing, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) will enforce traceability mandates for commercial messages

This measure aims to secure transactions involving OTPs and other sensitive information

Maldives increasing its departure fees: Maldives, one of the most popular tourist destinations, is hiking the fees it charges tourists who visit the archipelago

While economy-class passengers will have to $50 (Rs 4,220), business- class passengers will have to pay $120 (Rs 10,129)